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God’s Book Never Ends — Finding True Unity

The Misunderstanding of Christianity (Part 6: Finding Unity Across Denominational and Racial Lines) Ernie, our early elementary-school-aged daughter, and I were sitting in a guest room, alone in an African American Pentecostal Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee, on a Saturday night. … Continue reading

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Deciding to Help Put a Puzzle Together

The body of Christ on planet earth is like a giant jigsaw puzzle. Its peace is broken into pieces — tens of thousands of them called denominations and nondenominational churches that are scattered around the world. Yet, Jesus prayed that … Continue reading

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I Admire Humility That Releases Dynamic Unity

When Christians humbly open their heart to one another they discover amazing unity! There’s a supernatural heart-to-heart unity of the Spirit among Christ-followers that can be lost if not carefully maintained. Our natural desires that the Bible calls “the flesh” … Continue reading

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Individualism is misunderstood.

True individualism isn’t pride and self-focus. It’s inner hunger and thirst for meaning, purpose, and a fulfilling life. “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness.” Progress is whatever brings you closer to deep meaning and a worthy purpose … Continue reading

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